Taking a pet from the United States to Brazil

What the USDA APHIS page for Brazil says about exporting a pet there.

What this destination requires

Dogs and Cats The requirements for traveling with your pet are described in the applicable health certificate (s).

The health certificate is valid for 60 days from the day the USDA Accredited Veterinarian issues (signs) it, and it must be valid at the time of arrival in Brazil.

International Health Certificate (678.

23 KB) Hedgehogs An import permit is required to take a hedgehog to Brazil.

CDC high-risk for dog rabies. CDC lists Brazil as high risk for dog rabies, which affects bringing a dog back into the United States.

Read the source

This page summarises the USDA APHIS page Pet Travel From the United States to Brazil. That page is the authority; read it in full before you travel.

Open the APHIS page for Brazil →

Source: USDA APHIS — https://www.aphis.usda.gov/pet-travel/us-to-another-country-export/pet-travel-us-brazil. Record retrieved September 2026; APHIS last modified this page July 23, 2026.

This page summarises a U.S. government page and is not legal or veterinary advice. Rules change; confirm the requirements with APHIS and your destination country before you travel.